Senior​/Principal Computer Aided Design & Drafting Technologist - Z Machine, Onsite

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We are seeking a Computer Aided Design and Drafting Technologist to join our dynamic team of engineers and scientists developing groundbreaking technologies in one of our Pulsed Power Sciences Departments! Are you passionate about mechanical design and the creation and configuration management of 3‑D models and detailed drawings? If so, consider this opportunity to design new components applying engineering principles and processes to satisfy fit, form and function requirements in a collaborative environment with engineering and design partners.

• Create 3‑D models and drawings to build next generation accelerators and pulsed power machines.
• Partner with engineers and scientists in developing designs.
• Partner with engineers to discuss and interpret design concepts and identify requirements of detailed working drawings.
• Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, and suppliers to discuss design, schedule, manufacturing processes and materials selections to ensure contractual agreements are understood and achievable.
• Manage documentation in collaborative engineering environment using product data management tools along with engineering authorization and approval processes and procedures.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant will be required to work onsite.

$74,700 - $144,400

* Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

• High school diploma plus three or more years of directly related experience in Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD), or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in creating mechanical product design definition to include 3‑D solid models and 2‑D mechanical drawings
• Proficiency with PTC/CREO, PDMLink (Windchill), and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent experience
• Five or more years of relevant experience
• Experience with foundational engineering principles related to design, manufacturing, configuration management and analysis
• Experience with Pulsed Power Systems (mechanical systems in extreme high current and voltage environments)
• Proven record of demonstrating initiative and getting results
• Knowledge of relevant Sandia procedures, standards, and guides
• Ability to work in energetic and high‑performance teaming environment
• Experience directing and overseeing fabrication of hardware
• Must be able to independently seek definition, evaluate, analyze, and then realize mechanical designs, definitions, and products
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to diverse audiences

The Pulsed Power Sciences Center (1600) is accountable for advancing the understanding, development, and application of pulsed power for the missions of the nuclear weapons program. The Center also…